Aik Karapetian's Squeal is a Beast in its own right and oinks with bizarre genius
No disrespect to Idris Elba but if I have to choose between a CGI-filled lion in the new Beast film or going the artistic route with director/filmmaker Aik Karapetian’s bizarrely genius new Squeal movie making you think twice before ordering pork thanks to an adorable piglet - I am oinking my way to select theaters in the New York area - notably Alamo Drafthouse Cinema - to get my mind blown with unique, bizarre and pure genius writing.
Taking bae to see Rogue One: A Star Wars Story at IMAX this month is Date Night gold
Even if you’re not the ‘biggest’ Star Wars fan in the world, there’s something about experiencing great movies on the big screen you can’t miss. So for Rogue One to get the green light to hit the big screen - which is an understatement within itself, the IMAX screen later this month? Date Night approved without even thinking.
Scott Mann's Fall is a Date Night movie with a few sky-high risks
For the record, I am personally super excited for the world to get to witness filmmaker Scott Mann’s Fall movie. A few months ago I posted up the its trailer and pretty much made a public plea to get an advance copy to review - forget just the screener, having the pleasure to talk to Scott about his new flick made dreams really turn into reality. So I am proud to say Date Night-approved for Fall but there are a few key items to remember if you’re going to take bae out to see this thrill ride on the big screen.
Apple TV+'s Luck is a low-key Date Night animated gem
It’s not Sausage Party and that’s OK. Apple TV+’s Luck comes through to take over the animated space previously reserved by the you-know-who camp in a just-under-two-hours thrill ride putting together a great cast, a few musical moments and plenty of laughter to enjoy with bae - especially if emotions romantically heat up and the urge to finish it with the kids over the weekend becomes the go-to option.
Bullet Train is the best date night movie I've seen in over a decade
And for the record, I was not on a ‘date night’ when I went to a private New York City screening to see Bullet Train last night - but from the opening sequence to the final moments - and then post-initial credits moment - you’re going to be glued to the screen and I knew this had to be celebrated as an absolute Date Night-approved masterpiece.
DEVOTION is going to be an emotional, tear-jerking must-see this fall
Great movies always have a tendency to arrive around the holidays, so expect greatness when DEVOTION hits theaters nationwide this November.
Sylvester Stallone's bad ass Samaritan Prime Video is must-see
Hell yes! It’s rare I get ‘pumped’ over seeing a trailer on one of the streaming services - sure, I’ve put out some co-signs here and there but a flick which really has me watch the teaser through to the end before typing up a blurb about it? Make way for the legendary Sylvester Stallone and his Samaritan movie slated to drop on Prime Video.
The X sequel Pearl is must-see this September
If you recall how much I geeked out over the movie X earlier in the year, then you can imagine how much anticipation I have to see A24’s upcoming Pearl flick, you know, the sequel to the mind-blowing horror flick.
The new Halloween Ends trailer has RSVP'd Date Night in October
Spoiler alert? October is low-key the best time of year for Date Night goals. You’re typically dealing with a bunch of scary movies and horror flicks are always going to have the edge over the super gushy romantic flicks we tend to see in the winter months - notably February - so seeing Halloween Ends? Whoa.
Prey for the Devil will scare the hell out of you
It’s tough when a horror movie trailer has you screaming out loud. But if you’re a slasher film fanatic, then you already know this is pure joy - almost like those dogs sniffing out those truffles in Italy and France. So Prey for the Devil hype is looking extra insane and like one of the top must-see movies during Halloween weekend.
Aubrey Plaza's Emily The Criminal is a Date Night movie contender
Simply said? It’s must-see. Date Night approved? Almost certainly just looking at the trailer alone? Heck yes. Actress Aubrey Plaza’s portrayal of Emily - a woman trying to get her head above water - is gripping and what I thought would be a few seconds of watching the trailer had me stuck to the final moments.
A24's new Bodies Bodies Bodies teaser is pure fun
A24 puts out quality films on a regular basis. Whether we’re talking about X or even the insanely dope Red Rocket and Everything Everywhere All At Once, the storylines, acting and overall presentation is as reliable as what Quentin Tarantino puts out into all of his flicks. So the newest Bodies Bodies Bodies teaser should make those Date Night thoughts intensify - in a good way, of course.
Apple TV+'s new Luck movie is a grown up fun flick
It’s hard to imagine seeing an animated film without a bunch of kids scattered throughout. Surprisingly, Apple TV+’s upcoming Luck movie looks like a solid go-to for a date night with enough fun and quirkiness to kick back with bae and enjoy.
Clerks III is happening and you better believe it's Date Night-necessary
If you know the genius of Kevin Smith, then you already know anything he touches deserves your attention. The fact Clerks and even Clerks II still slap in 2022 is mind-blowing to say the least. So with a third addition to the franchise happening? Holy smokes.
Everything Everywhere All at Once is your must-see Date Night movie
If time flew by and you missed going to see Everything Everywhere All at Once in theaters, the time has come to soak in those Digital HD goals and geek out over the must-see film of the year’s arrival to rent and own, digitally of course. Whenever you’re talking about A24, you know you like your chances - pretty much like teams you expect to make the playoffs every season.
Hocus Pocus 2 can't come soon enough for the Date Night goals
Approved! Laugh if you want at the fact it more than likely has a PG rating but if you’re looking for a reason to stay in with bae once fall comes around and watch something worthy of a Date Night? Look no further than Hocus Pocus 2 set to stream on Disney Plus on September 30.
The new Barbarian trailer looks all types of intense, scary fun
Date Night approved? Yup. I haven’t seen it but just getting a glimpse into the trailer for 20th Century Studios’ Barbarian, the excitement is insanely real.
The new Smile movie is the perfect pre-Halloween horror must-see
Just keeping it 100? Halloween goals are year-round because everyone knows horror movies are always going to be the best date night movie with bae. Big facts. So it’s no surprise the new Smile movie looks scary as hell and ready to spike every nerve in your body once September 30 arrives?
Hulu Originals' Not Okay looks A-OK for a Date Night
What’s going on with Hulu these days? There is a shocking amount of quality and really impressive content landing on the popular streaming giant with new anticipation being mounted for the upcoming Not Okay flick.
Need a reason to nerd out? Star Trek: Picard season 2 on Blu-ray is it
Sure - it’s all about Obi-Wan Kenobi right now but there’s no questioning how much Jean-Luc Picard has held it down for decades in outer space. If you saw ‘Star Trek: Picard’ season one, you already know CBS is coming correct with quality content, well-written storylines and production worthy enough of putting the iconic actor Patrick Stewart front and center. So the announcement of season two on Blu-ray, DVD and steelbook this fall is all types of date night - or weekend - goals.